Even though Jason wasn't sure if the so-called business Li meant was done with Caleb, he knew Caleb was a good lead. He had seen him a few times with Li back then, but Li was always too secretive. He Never told him anything.If he had, maybe just maybe Jason would have secretly investigated Caleb to see what the business was really about. But anyway, he wasn't so sure. Besides, Caleb could have adopted the child or something...Jason bent into a street, then pulled over at a huge gate.Edward, who had been buried in his thoughts, looked up as blinding light flashed into the car.GOLDMERE GRANDHe read the inscription rolling on the billboard. Thoughts of last night came flooding back when he came to deliver Ava's dress. The memory stung but he quickly push it aside he had other pressing things to think about... Finding his late parents killer was now his top priority. He was done with Ava he made up his mind right there.His eyes roam the mighty building I am not the same Edward ag

The lady was Adriana Hart, one of the new elites in town. She owned CAL Fashion, a new but large fashion company in Goldmere.Rumor had it that she had lived abroad all her life. She had sent representatives to set up her company six months ago and had only now returned to stay, after her business had struck the market and made a name for itself in a short span.Investors were eager to pour money into the growing fashion empire run by the beautiful and single Adriana. Bachelors could barely wait for tomorrow’s founder’s introduction, when they would finally see her in person. CAL Fashion knew their onions. Their designs blew past anything Goldmere residents had ever seen, shoving older fashion houses aside. For every friend Adriana made in the industry, she created two rivals who couldn’t wait to drag her down for stealing their place.“Honey,” she pouted, “you are so romantic! I was looking everywhere for you, not knowing you’d come to the lobby to book a room for us already.” Her ga

Edward stood in the doorway, scanning the room.High ceilings, heavy drapes, a chandelier. A place he couldn't afford a few hours ago.Then his eyes caught something that made his heart skip... the room had just one bed.A reminder that he had booked a couple's room, with a stranger, Of course he had.But then he spotted the sofa at the far end. A sheer curtain separated it from the rest of the space, transparent, useless for privacy, but at least he wouldn't share the same bed with the strange woman. The sofa was big enough to accommodate him. He heaved a sigh of relief.He exhaled and stepped into the room fully.Then he paused and turned to look at her on hearing what she said.Adriana stood with her hands on her hips, watching him. Waiting for his reply, of course.There it is, he almost laughed.Nothing came for free, He knew it. From the lobby, the way she smiled, the way she came to his rescue, he knew there was a price to pay.But then he feigned ignorance. "Sorry?"He wanted

Marcus's hand hovered over the door, for a knock, when the door pulled open. Edward stood in the doorway, a backpack slung over one shoulder. Marcus held a large suitcase in one hand and a handbag in the other. Their eyes locked. If looks could kill, Edward would have been sprawled on the floor, lifeless. Marcus didn't bother hiding his glare. It was venomous, the kind of stare meant to pin a man in place. "Whatever happened last night," Marcus said, his voice low "you better keep your mouth shut. Don't even think you can ruin Adriana's life, Or you'll have me to contend with." Edward blinked. He stared at Marcus, trying to untangle the meaning behind the words. His brow furrowed in utter Confusion. Wait, He thinks Adriana and I had a one-night stand?. Edward's eyes almost bulged out of their sockets at the realization. He replayed the last few seconds in his head. The man had practically pushed his way inside without waiting for an invitation. And now, Edward un

Who's coming to the party? I'm sure no one wants to miss this. It's to welcome not just a successful woman to Goldmere, but a beautiful young lady. Caleb read the text in red letters slowly. The message had been sent to one of the chat groups reserved for Goldmere's elite a private circle where news traveled faster than any public outlet could manage. Stories broke there first, Scandals, Opportunities, Gossip before the general public gets a wind of it And as such, not just anyone could join. You needed status, good money, Connections just name it . But as the fifth richest man in Goldmere, Caleb had easy access. He scrolled through the responses. "wouldn't miss it" "Already cleared my schedule" Is she really as beautiful as the photos suggest? Caleb hissed through his teeth and tossed the phone onto the bed. Goldmere had been buzzing for weeks. Every blog, news station, All of them talking about the young woman coming to settle in the city. He'd seen the headlines a